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Chambersburg hires a new financial director

Updated:
07/15/2013 10:12:13 PM EDT

By LAUREN CAPPUCCIO

@LCappuccioPO

CHAMBERSBURG - Chambersburg Borough will be getting a new financial director for the first time in 28 years.

Jason H. Cohen, who has served as the assistant borough manager and treasurer for Waynesboro and previously worked for the Borough of Mercersburg, was approved by council for the position at its July 8 meeting.

"This is a step forward for me with responsibility," Cohen said. "This job will give me an opportunity to grow as a professional."

Cohen said he was impressed with the borough's accurate accountability for costs of services and wanted an opportunity to have more time with family while expanding his skills.

The previous financial director, Casimir Rzomp Jr., retired after 28 years working at the borough, he said.

Cohen said he is looking forward to starting work, scheduled for July 29.

"Because budget season is soon coming up, I want to get acclimated as quick as I can," he said. "I am aware of a couple opportunities and challenges in Chambersburg. I have some good ideas and solutions to address future goals."

Cohen earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Indiana University and a master's degree in public administration from the University of Pittsburgh.

Cohen, who lives in Greencastle, is married and has one daughter, with another child on the way.

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